7BR\/6.5BA Home - Event Home, Ocean Views, Pool, Elevator, Sleeps 22 - Vacation rental home in Oak Island, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 23
• 8 Bedrooms
• 7 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Sally's Sandcastle - 7 Bedroom 6.5 Bath House with Ocean Vistas, Event Home, Sleeps 23

Standard Features:
- Bed linens and towel sets (shower towel, hand towel and washcloth) included per the capacity of the home
- Totally equipped kitchen
- Free WIFI
- Drip Coffee Maker
- Washer/Dryer
- Iron/ironing board
- Departure housekeeping
- Non-smoking

Notable & Unique Features:
- Event home (For an additional fee - Please call the Better Beach Units office for details)
- Spectacular sunrise AND sunset vistas over the ocean
- Ocean vistas from front and rear of the home
- Located in the peaceful Old Yaupon area of Oak Island on a short dead-end street with little to no traffic
- Beach access approx. 100 yards from home at end of the street
- Within walking distance to great stores, eateries, Oak Island Fishing Pier, putt-putt and arcade, ice cream stores, trails, fishing, and Intracoastal Waterway
- Convenient to Oak Island Golf Course, Oak Island Lighthouse, sky diving, helicopter rides, zip lining, and other fun activities
- Short 10-15 min. drive to historic Southport and ferry rides to NC Aquarium and Civil War Museum in Kure Beach and to Bald Head Island
- Beds: 5K, 1BB T/T/D, 1BB T/D/Q, 2QSS (sleeper couches in great room and 2nd family room)
- Entertainment: Flat-screen Intelligent TVs equipped with streaming. Extended cable. TVs in all bedrooms. Board games. Puzzles.
- Kitchen: Cavernous gourmet kitchen. Extensive kitchen island breakfast bar. Quartz countertops. Stainless-steel appliances. 2 Refrigerators with ice makers. Electric range with cooktop. Dishwasher. Microwave. Crockpot. Blender. Toaster. Stock pot.
- LVP floor throughout
- 2nd family area with wet bar
- Custom tile showers
- Double vanity in some bathrooms
- Supplied by owner: Hair dryer
- High capacity hot water heater
- 4 Covered porches (2 front, 2 back of home)
- Elevator
- Keyless entry
- Charcoal grille
- Enclosed hot/cold outdoor shower
- Outdoor foot wash station
- Private elevated in-deck, saltwater swimming pool (12 x 24). Pool heating available for an additional fee ($50/day 3-day minimum or $350/week. Please call the Better Beach Units office to set-up at least one week prior to arrival to allow for prep time.)
- Private parking (8 spaces total - 4 covered, 4 uncovered)
- EV car charging station
- Boat parking
- No family pets allowed

Sally's Sandcastle - This striking home is the vacation "castle" of your dreams! With 7 bedrooms and 6.5 bathrooms, plus a 2nd family room with wet bar in addition to the main great room, there is plenty of room for all your family and friends to come and experience a taste of the good life. Absolutely pretty inside and out, you will want for nothing here. You can choose any one of 4 covered porches to sit back, relax, and soak in the grand ocean vistas that can be seen from both sides of the home. Opportunities are limitless, as you can lounge in your own private swimming pool (pool heating for an additional fee) or take a short walk to the end of the peaceful street to dip your toes into the Oak Island sandy shore. Take a leisurely walk down to the pier or to close by stores. There is even more fun to be had just a short drive away in Oak Island and surrounding towns. Come on over and make Sally's Sandcastle your new vacation sweet spot! You are sure to want to return year after year! We'll see you when you get here!

About the Area

Located on a river, this vacation home is in Long Beach, a neighborhood in Oak Island. Smith Island Museum of History and Franklin Square Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Bald Head Island Information Center and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport. North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and Magic Mountain Fun Park are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Know Before you Go

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tricks and tips to get the best Southport rental home experience:

Getting the most from your budget:

• Book your vacation rental as early as possible. Rental schedules usually become available 12 months in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many groups book their Summer vacation rentals during Winter holiday gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in coastal NC. Reserve your rental property in Spring or Fall to get the benefit of warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowds. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during June, July, and August.
• Some owners offer discounts or promotional rates for veterans. It's always a good idea to check with your property manager to see if special offers are available for your group.
• Booking websites usually offer their guests an option to purchase trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for additional information.
• Find a copy of your local Southport visitors guide upon arrival. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, travel guides contain offers and deals for nearby accommodations, tours and attractions.

Planning, selecting, and booking your Southport rental home:

• First and foremost, have your group select the best dates and a spending budget.
• Note the number beds and what type of bedroom configuration your family needs. 7BR\/6.5BA Home - Event Home, Ocean Views, Pool, Elevator, Sleeps 22 has 8 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is commonly available on booking websites. If you don't see them listed, contact the host before booking your home. Note that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which typically includes sofa beds in living rooms.
• If your family is bringing pets, you must book a pet-friendly property. Request information on breed, size, and type requirements. Note that some property owners require additional pet deposits and fees.
• If there's a particular Southport beach you are crazy about, search for homes that are either near by, or those that cater especially to your desires.
• Proper accessibility can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. Make certain to ask about wheel chair entry, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.

Tips to have a wonderful stay:

• Get the property manager's phone number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental property.
• Property managers are great sources of help! Feel free to ask any questions during your stay.
• Keep the property locked while you're away! Don't let crooks spoil your trip.
• Upon arrival, record any damages to the rental property and immediately alert the property manager. Keep records of all coorespondence.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. You'll increase your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors can be a terrific resource to find the best local beaches and restaurants.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Neighbors can usually help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to launch your kayaks, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fishing?
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before departing, take a walk through the rental property to make sure you've collected all belongings. Re-check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Did you have a terrific vacation? Most rental home management companies make it easy for clients to provide comments. If your property and/or host was fantastic, they would love to hear about it. If anything was out of order and they failed to address it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your feedback.